How much does a private detective and investigator make in Maine?
$43,830a year
Median yearly pay for private detective and investigators in Maine. That is $21.07 an hour or $3,653 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.07
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,550Median: $43,830Highest 10%: $67,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,550 | $17.57 | |
| 25th | $39,580 | $19.03 | |
| Median | $43,830 | $21.07 | |
| 75th | $54,070 | $26.00 | |
| 90th | $67,230 | $32.32 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $46,610 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for private detective and investigators.
| 38. Georgia | $45,060 |
| 39. South Dakota | $44,840 |
| 40. North Dakota | $44,310 |
| 41. Maine | $43,830 |
| 42. Louisiana | $41,950 |
| 43. Wisconsin | $41,850 |
| 44. Indiana | $41,830 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private detective and investigator make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $21.07 ($43,830 a year).
Do private detective and investigators make more in Maine than the national average?
No: $43,830 against $51,220 nationally, 14% less.
Where does Maine rank for private detective and investigator pay?
Maine ranks 41 of 49 states.
Which city in Maine pays private detective and investigators the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $46,610 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.